Raleigh, NC is #14 Most Charming Capital City - Garner, NC

There is little that is more charming
than the feeling of the history of the past and the excitement of
history in the making. For these reasons, our state capitals always have
a special appeal that draws in the attention and pride of their entire
state.

While every state capital has its share of charm, we were curious which
one was the most charming. Using our Charm Index, we analyzed the charm
scores of the capital cities of every continental state and threw
Washington D.C. onto the list for good measure.

The Charm Index scores how charming streets and neighborhoods are using data on:

•The affordability of local businesses

•The ratings of nearby businesses

•Are they locally-owned? - are they corporate chains or local boutiques?

•How active the residence is and the density of nearby gyms, bike tracks, parks, etc.

•Crime statistics

The Charm Index stems from the belief that a charming
neighborhood is created from flourishing local business combined with a
residence that feels safe, is active, and has many opportunities to
interact with other residents. Local shops such as bookstores, theatres,
and restaurants that receive high ratings by residents tend to create
very charming atmospheres, call us crazy. Meanwhile, neighborhoods that
are not as charming have a higher percentage of chain stores, pawn
shops, strip clubs, credit loan stores, crime, and do not have access to
community institutions such as parks, town halls and flea markets.

Using the charm scores of every street for every capital, we found the
overall charm score for each. Those that ranked highest received high
charm scores across their entire city while those that ranked lowest had
much fewer charming pockets. However, every city has its own pockets of
charm, so we included information on which street and neighborhood is
the most charming in each city.

How did your state capital fare?

#14: Raleigh, NC with a charm index of 72.82. The most charming street is Halifax Street.